The Master progamme (laurea magistrale) in Sociology and Social Research is an intensive two-year programme combining:

• analysis of contemporary social issues and theoretical debates; 
• in-depth methodological training. Practical experience in applying knowledge gained in courses through discussions and labs, combining individual and collaborative work in small groups;
• specialization on substantive social issues and straightforward integration of methods competences with current debates and theoretical insightslab sessions and seminars to ensure active absorption of novel theoretical and methodological; knowledge and skills (such as interviews, focus groups and statistical analysis);
• specialization courses ensuring that students can develop a substantive area of expertise, through: selection of specific courses in the second year, internship, thesis topic and various seminarsopportunities for international experience.

See here for details on the Department webpage